US Bridges

FM 1275 over Burrows Branch

Good

Nacogdoches County, Texas · 1.6 MI N of SH 21 · Structure no. 111740140703003

Built
1970
55 years old, rebuilt 2009
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,100
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1275 over Burrows Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1275 over Burrows Branch in Nacogdoches County, Texas. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 2009, so it is 55 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 14,100 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,740 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 112 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFM 1275
CrossesBurrows Branch
Location1.6 MI N of SH 21
RouteState Highway 1275
StateTexas
Coordinates31.62093, -94.63985
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width112 ft (34.1 m)
Roadway width69 ft (21 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,100 (2022)
Projected traffic19,740 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1275 over Burrows Branch built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2009.

What condition is FM 1275 over Burrows Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1275 over Burrows Branch carry?

About 14,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FM 1275 over Burrows Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 112 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1275 over Burrows Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.